Job Description
Join the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) in protecting Arizona's precious natural resources. As a Senior Environmental Specialist, you'll lead critical initiatives to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. This rewarding role offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and the chance to make a tangible impact on public health and environmental sustainability. ADEQ values diversity, innovation, and public service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive environmental audits and compliance inspections for industrial facilities
- Develop and implement pollution prevention strategies for regulated businesses
- Analyze complex environmental data to identify trends and recommend corrective actions
- Prepare detailed technical reports and regulatory documentation
- Coordinate with federal EPA officials and local government agencies
- Provide expert testimony at public hearings and legal proceedings
- Mentor junior staff and conduct environmental outreach programs
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of professional environmental compliance experience
- Valid Arizona driver's license and clean driving record
- Professional certification (e.g., CHMM, QEP) preferred
- Advanced knowledge of EPA regulations and Arizona state statutes
- Strong proficiency in GIS mapping and environmental data analysis software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance